This winter, MOFGA will be hosting three webinars to introduce tools that are commonly part of a farm's financial records, highlighting and demonstrating effective and efficient ways to use them to assess risks and evaluate opportunities. These online sessions will cover Cash Flow projections, Unit Cost Analysis spreadsheets, and Income Statements’ Chart of Accounts, showing that […]
Are you curious about adapting your garden to the changing climate? Learn about how climate change affects how we grow in Maine, and how gardeners can adapt their gardening practices to mitigate the effects of climate change on their harvest while supporting their local ecosystem. In this webinar, Sean Birkel, Maine State Climatologist and Research […]
Did you know that there are over 4,000 different wild bee species in the US? We usually think of wild pollinating bees in our gardens and meadows, but many of our wild bee species also rely on forest habitats for part of their life cycle. For example, some are specialized to only collect pollen and […]
We hope you'll join us for our first Gardening Q&A of 2025! Whether you've been gardening for decades or you're daydreaming about starting your first garden this year (or somewhere in between), these informal Zoom conversations are a chance to discuss whatever gardening topics are on your mind. Bring your questions for a casual conversation and […]
This winter, MOFGA will be hosting three webinars to introduce tools that are commonly part of a farm's financial records, highlighting and demonstrating effective and efficient ways to use them to assess risks and evaluate opportunities. These online sessions will cover Cash Flow projections, Unit Cost Analysis spreadsheets, and Income Statements’ Chart of Accounts, showing that […]
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) proudly presents Seeds of Change. Stream the award-winning PBS film February 7-23, 2025 from the comfort of your home, and join us for a livestream discussion at 7 PM on February 20.About the film:An organic farmer in Maine sets out to transform the prison food system. Filmed over the […]
*In the event of severe weather, the event will take place on Sunday, March 9 at 10 am.Learn to prune fruit trees to encourage vigorous growth, heavy fruit set and quality fruit yield. Fruit tree experts will offer hands-on pruning experience. Collection of scion wood and storage will also be discussed. This workshop is directed […]
This event is held by the Southern Aroostook Soil & Water Conservation District, as a part of their Winter Ag School. Speaker: Andy Whitman, Climate Carbon Specialist, Maine Forest ServiceLocation: Meduxnekeag Ramblers Club, Littleton, MELearn about current available carbon market options for small woodlot owners, and what to know to help you determine if program […]
This event is hosted by UMaine Cooperative Extension.Sean Birkel, Assistant Professor and Maine State Climatologist, and Rebecca Long, Coordinator of Horticulture Training Programs for UMaine Cooperative Extension, will discuss climate change in Maine, impacts important to your garden and explore how to make your garden more resilient. This webinar will lay the groundwork for the […]
The Climate Forums are brought to you by NOFA-VT and MOFGA. This event is one in a three-part series discussing flooding, excess precipitation, and farm resilience.Farmers throughout New England have been severely impacted by extreme precipitation and flooding. As a result, farms are innovating, exploring creative and meaningful ways to adapt their businesses and production […]
This event is held by the Southern Aroostook Soil & Water Conservation District, as a part of their Winter Ag School.Speaker: C.J. Walke, MOFGA Orchard Program ManagerLocation: Sherman, MEC.J. will discuss basics of pruning fruit trees, with an overview of pruning tools and techniques. Bring your pruners and loppers (if you have them) and spend […]
Join us for a fun, educational afternoon celebrating the sweet Maine tradition of maple syrup production! Whether you’re an experienced sugarer or a maple novice, this event offers a unique opportunity to explore MOFGA's beautiful sugarbush, watch the sugaring process, and learn winter tree identification, all while enjoying hot drinks and the warmth of a crackling outdoor […]
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